4G Super AM-OLED IP68 Smartphone

Samsung SM-A720S Galaxy A7 2017 LTE-A

Samsung · Announced Jan 2017

About Samsung Galaxy A7 2017

The Samsung Galaxy A7 2017 presents a sleek silhouette at just under 8 mm thick, fitting comfortably in hand while weighing a modest 186 grams. Its 5.68‑inch AM‑OLED panel delivers crisp 1080‑by‑1920 pixel imagery, offering vibrant colours and deep blacks that stand out on a device of this size. The glass‑back construction and gently rounded edges give the phone a premium feel that rivals many higher‑priced flagships, despite its mid‑range positioning.

Under the hood, the A7 2017 runs Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, supported by 3 GB of RAM that handles everyday multitasking with ease. A sizable 3600 mAh battery provides ample endurance for a full day of typical use, while the single‑SIM slot keeps the design clean and straightforward. Together, these elements combine to make the Galaxy A7 2017 a balanced package for users who value a solid display, respectable performance, and lasting power in a compact form factor.

Technical Specifications

Display
Size
5.68 inch
Type
Super AM-OLED
Resolution
1080x1920
Color depth
24-bit, 8-bit HDR
Subpixel
RGBG PenTile Matrix (2 subpixels)
Screen-to-body
73.1%
Active area
70.74 × 125.77 mm
Touch
Capacitive multi-touch sensing screen
Performance
Processor
Exynos 7 Octa 7880
CPU
Octa-core, up to 1.9 GHz
GPU
ARM Mali-T830
Process
14 nm
Platform
Google Android
Memory
RAM
3 GiB
Battery
Capacity
3600 mAh
Type
Lithium-ion
Energy
13.86 Wh
Voltage
3.85 V
Cameras
Main
4608×3456 · 1× optical visibility
Front
4608×3456 visibility
Dimensions
Size
77.6 × 156.8 × 7.9 mm
Weight
186 g
Water resistance
IP68
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5
Wi-Fi services
Wi-Fi Tethering
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, BPP, HFP, HID, HSP, MAP, OPP, PBA
USB
USB Type-C reversible
USB services
USB charging, USB fast charging, USB Host, USB On-The-Go 1.3, USB Power Delivery
NFC
NFC A, NFC B
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou
GPS services
Simultaneous GPS (S-GPS), Assisted GPS, Geotagging, QuickGPS
FM radio
Yes
LTE · 5 bandsUMTS · 4 bandsGSM · 4 bands
All LTE bands (5)
  • LTE 1800 MHz (Band 3)
  • LTE 2100 MHz (Band 1)
  • LTE 2600 MHz (Band 7)
  • LTE 700 MHz (Band 17) bands
  • LTE 850 MHz (Band 5)
All UMTS bands (4)
  • UMTS 1900MHz (Band II, PCS)
  • UMTS 2100MHz (Band I, IMT)
  • UMTS 850MHz (Band V, CLR)
  • UMTS 900MHz (Band VIII)
All GSM bands (4)
  • GSM 1800MHz (B3)
  • GSM 1900MHz (PCS, B2)
  • GSM 850MHz (B5)
  • GSM 900MHz (B8)
Audio
Channels
stereo
Output
3.5mm
Sensors
Sensors
Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Fingerprint sensor, Gyroscope, Hall sensor, Light intensity sensor, Proximity sensor
Features
Fingerprint
Yes (fingerprint sensor)
SIM
Nano-SIM (4FF)
Carrier
SK Telecom
Markets
Asia (South Korea)
Extras
Haptic touch feedback
Software extras
Voice Command, Navigation software, Intelligent personal assistant
Regulatory
Data status
Preliminary

Model Variants

2 other phones with the same base model: Samsung Galaxy A7 2017

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